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| Seek humility. |
| Zephaniah 2:3 |
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The first step of humility
is to have a constant reverence for God
in front of our eyes.
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St. Benedict, 6th century
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Humble yourselves before the Lord,
and he will exalt you. |
| James 4:10 |
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The spirit of humility is sweeter than honey,
and those who nourish themselves with this honey
produce sweet fruit.
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St. Melito of Sardis, 2nd century
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| God gives grace to the humble. |
| 1 Peter 5:5 |
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The spirit of humility is sweeter than honey,
and those who nourish themselves with this honey
produce sweet fruit.
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St. Anthony of Padua, 13th century
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Lord of mercy,
give me the wisdom that sits at your throne. |
| cf. Wisdom 9:4 |
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Begin earnestly to search for God’s wisdom
in order to be fully mature, grown up, and responsible.
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Servant of God, Catherine Doherty, 20th century
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The Lord leads the humble
in what is right. |
| Psalm 25:9 |
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God’s favor brings humility,
and always leaves greater light
that we may understand the little that we are.
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St. Teresa of Avila, 16th century
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The Lord leads the humble
in what is right. |
| Psalm 25:9 |
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God protects and delivers the humble person.
He cherishes and consoles him.
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'The Imitation of Christ'; Thomas a Kempis,15th century
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Blessed are the pure of heart,
they shall see God. |
| Jesus; Matthew 5:8 |
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Purity is the fruit of living the words of Jesus.
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Chiara Lubich, foundress of Focolare; 20th century
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Your thoughts should be wholly directed
to all that is true. |
| Philippians 3:8 |
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Think well. Speak well. Do well.
These three things, through the mercy of God,
will assist one to heaven.
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St. Camillus de Lellis, 16th century
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